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Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House

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Miscellaneous
Beach
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Water view
    Water view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House

Welcome to Big McDonald Hideaway!

This 5 bed and 2 bath property is ready for some new summer memories.

The water is clear and the sandy beach is so inviting. This is on a dead end road and is the last place on the road. Secluded yard. Water views from 3 sides of this property.

The main cabin has a 3 season porch as you enter the cabin with dining space. Inside you will find an open concept layout, dining and living area to the left on the Lake side, to the right a U-shaped kitchen, 3/4 bathroom, and 3 bedrooms down the hallway. Lakefront deck off the main cabin.

The garage has additional seating and game room space with a half bath. Above the garage is the bunk house that has two large sleeping areas with 1 full futon, one queen, and two twin over full bunks. A pack-and-play, and a highchair for use. No A/C, fans are available.

You will find all the items needed to enjoy your stay. Regular coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans, and hairdryer. Picnic table right next to the beach and a Paddle boat. Pets are allowed with a pet fee.

Big McDonald Lake is located in north-central Otter Tail County approximately nine miles west of Perham, MN. Big McDonald Lake is over 1,000 acres in size, spring fed, and has a water clarity of up to 25 feet – among the cleanest in Minnesota. Big McDonald Lake is connected to Schwartz Lake during high water years. The maximum depth of Big McDonald Lake is 46 feet; however, 39 % of the lake is less than 15 feet in depth. Marine rentals are available at Sota Lake Properties. Book directly to save.

Managed by Sota Lake Properties

Property manager

Darin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

383574

About the neighborhood

Map
Dent, MN

What's nearby

  • World's Largest Loon - 15 min drive
  • Maplewood State Park - 24 min drive
  • Otter Tail Lake - 41 min drive
  • Detroit Lake - 42 min drive
  • Detroit Mountain Recreation Area - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Detroit Lakes Station - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dougout Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vergas 66 Gas & Convenience - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Billy's Corner Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Pickle Factory - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Otter Coffee - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of World's Largest Loon, Perham Health, and History Museum of East Otter Tail County. Maplewood State Park and Shady Hollow Flea Market are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Big McDonald Cabin with Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place for a lake weekend
I invited several of my friends from out of state to come experience a true Minnesota Lake Weekend, and this place ended up being great for it. Check in was easy. The backyard is fantastic, and we had a fire in the fire ring on the beach nearly every night. A lovely surprise was that the sand on the beach extends into the water all the way out past the end of the dock, no muck in sight. Water was beautifully clear as well. One thing that surprised me was that the bathroom for the bunk rooms is down in the garage with the stairs outside, so the people sleeping there had to exit the building and go down the stairs to get to the bathroom in the middle of the night. It wasn’t an issue for us, but might be if you plan on putting kids in the bunk rooms. Also, the stairs on the outside of the garage were not the most structurally sound. Overall we had a great weekend. The place had everything we needed. My friends are already asking if we’ll do this again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Collin S., Wadena,Mn

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike m., madison wi

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Mac Hidey
Thanks Nikki and Darin, Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024